Child Care Assistant (Beginning August 2025)

Benningtonschoolsfoundation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Bennington Public Schools Foundation is seeking a Child Care Assistant for their All Star Kids Program. This part-time role allows you to supervise children, setting up activities while gaining valuable experience in childcare and leadership within a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Flexible Hours

Skill Development

Team Collaboration

Year-Round Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years or older.
• Must pass background checks.
• Reliable transportation required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with supervision and engagement of children.
• Set up and clean for snacks and activities.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment.

Skills

Childcare

Leadership

Teamwork

Job description

Join Our Team as a Child Care Assistant!

Join the Bennington Public Schools Foundation's All Star Kids Before & After School Program as a Child Care Assistant, where you'll assist with supervising children, setting up activities, and maintaining a safe environment. This flexible position offers hands-on experience in childcare, leadership, and teamwork in a supportive school setting. Perfect part-time position for high school students ages 16+ looking to work with children!

Pay: $15.00/hr

School Year Hours M-F:

• Morning Shift: 6:15am-8:15am

• Afternoon Shift: 2:45pm-6:00pm

Summer Hours M-F: Flexible up to 8 hr shift 6:30am-6pm

Benefits:

• Flexible Hours – Perfect for balancing work and other commitments.
• Skill Development – Gain valuable experience in childcare and leadership. Professional development/advancement opportunities available.
• Team Collaboration – Work with a supportive team of staff.
• Year-Round Opportunities – Summer hours also available 6:30am-6:00pm.

• Make an Impact – Help support and guide children in a fun, engaging environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with the supervision and engagement of children in daily activities.
• Set up and clean up for snacks and program activities.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment in compliance with program guidelines.
• Follow emergency procedures and respond promptly to incidents.
• Communicate openly and respectfully with staff, parents, and children.
• Actively participate in activities, providing positive guidance and care for children.

Qualifications:

• Must be 16 years or older
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work in Bennington, NE
• Must pass background checks, including the Nebraska Child Abuse & Neglect and Adult Abuse registries.

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods, and occasionally climb, stoop, and kneel.